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Palmina Santa Barbara County Pinot Grigio 2006

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Pinot Grigio is one of the world's most popular wines. Also known under the French moniker "Pinot Gris", and even the German "Ruländer" among others, Pinot Grigio is a chameleon of a grape. It is produced in a range of styles, from the light fruity Italian style that has gained popularity, to a more mineral, flinty rich wine favored by the French - particularly in Alsace - and emulated by many in the new world.

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The Pinot Grigio, Santa Barbara County is a beautifully balanced wine that showcases not only this versatile grape, but also the near perfect growing conditions of Santa Barbara County. A blend of grapes from the Alisos vineyard in the Los Alamos Valley and the Honea Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley, the wine almost glows in the glass with a beautiful clarity and pale flaxen hue. Notes of acacia and honeysuckle mingle with Asian pear and citrus blossom on the nose. A first sip reveals a fascinating texture of both vibrant acidity and creaminess, enveloped by impressions of Fuji apple, clementines, read more...

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Steve Clifton, winemaker & owner, made his first Palmina wines in the basement of his home in '95. He and his wife now run the winery and share a passion for everything Italian. This passion is expressed in these soulful wines.


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